Category : Healthy Living : Health & Medical

Lip Piercing Precautions

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Oral piercings, including lip and tongue jewelry, are a popular form of body modification. They are safe when performed by a skilled piercer and cared for correctly. However, a badly done or poorly maintained lip piercing can push itself out of the skin, create an unattractive scar, or damage teeth

Side Effects of Malaria Tablets

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Malaria is a serious medical condition caused by parasites transmitted through the bite of an infected mosquito. Malaria is no longer a problem in areas of the world where climates are temperate, but it is still prevalent in African, Asian, Middle Eastern and South and Central American countries wit

Examples of Low-Carb Foods

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Low-carb dieting can seem much more restrictive than it actually is. Once you have eliminated breads, pastas, and rice from your diet, you may feel like there aren't many food options available. An easy solution to this is to replace the high-carb foods with easy-to-prepare, low-carb alternatives. K

Anatomy of Avalanches

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Behind the scenes of a powerful avalanche, there's a delicate combination of chemistry and physics that makes the entire event possible. To the casual observer, an avalanche is nothing more than snow sliding down a mountain face. It's fast, violent, deadly and best avoided. However, you can definite

Turmeric Advantages

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A cornerstone of the traditional Indian herbal medicine system Ayurveda, turmeric is thought to provide several health and culinary advantages. Research strongly suggests that turmeric acts as an anti-inflammatory, though its advocates tout myriad health benefits as a result of consuming...

Home Remedy for Hair Loss With DHT

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According to the American Academy of Dermatology, two out of three men in the United States experience some degree of hair loss, about 25 percent by the age of 30. If you're one of them, you can blame the loss of your locks on two things--a decline in testosterone levels and the conversion of availa

How to Use Herbs to Quit Smoking

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Cigarettes contain thousands of known dangerous chemicals and poisons. However, smoking can be a relaxing activity for millions of people. It can also be a deadly one. It is said that each cigarette can take five minutes off a smoker's life. Smoking is leading cause of cancer, heart disease, stroke

Brain Problems From Black Mold

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Mold is made up of tiny spores that reproduce in moist conditions and use cellulose-based products for food. In buildings that have been damaged by torrential rains or other water problems, mold growth can be rampant. Mold growth can aggravate allergy symptoms; however, most people do not have more

How to Consume Coconut Oil Daily

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Coconut oil is very nutritious because it contains healthy fats like omega-3 fatty acids, which The American Heart Association recommends eating as part of a healthy diet. These good fats reduce levels of triglycerides, other fats that can clog arteries and lead to heart disease. Coconut oil is also